sloppy joes (sallye)

Austin, TX
Updated on Jan 26, 2013

I have been making sloppy joes this way for almost 50 years and they still taste better than any I have eaten. Easy recipe and filling.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons dried minced onions
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1-1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/main-course/mexican/do-it-yourself-chili-powder-by-sallye.html?p=1***
  • - squirt of lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • - salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 cup water
  • - grated mexican blend cheese (or other kind)
  • 4 - hamburger buns

How To Make sloppy joes (sallye)

  • Step 1
    ***NOTE: If you don't have chili mix, use the following spice mix: 1 tablespoons chili powder, 2 teaspoon cumin, 2 teaspoon paprika and 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Step 2
    Crumble ground beef into heavy skillet and cook on medium high heat, stirring frequently until brown. Drain any grease off and return meat in skillet to burner
  • Step 3
    Add all other ingredients except buns and cheese Mix well. Turn heat to medium low and cook, stirring frequently, for approximately 20 minutes. Add more water 1/2 cup at a time if necessary while cooking.
  • Step 4
    About 3-5 minutes before meat is ready, place buns under broiler and toast. Remove from oven and place on serving plates.
  • Step 5
    Spoon meat mixture over bun, sprinkle with cheese and serve immediately.
  • Step 6
    Serve with chips or home fries. You can also place a couple of pickled jalapeno sliced peppers on top with cheese.

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Category: Beef
Ingredient: Beef
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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